AI Architect

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you'll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer's needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

Job Summary

The AI Architect owns the enterprise AI architecture, ensuring AI solutions are scalable, secure, interoperable, and aligned to business outcomes. They design end-to-end architectures and monitoring, establish standard patterns and build-vs-buy guidance, and partner with technology, data, security, and business teams to move AI initiatives from concept to production. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Defines and maintains the enterprise AI architecture and reference models.

• Designs endtoend AI solutions across data ingestion, models, orchestration, integration, and monitoring.

• Selects, standardizes, and documents AI patterns (e.g., RAG, agentic workflows, ML pipelines, rules + AI hybrids).

• Creates reusable AI assets, templates, and architectural guardrails to accelerate delivery.

• Establishes build vs. buy vs. partner guidance for AI capabilities and platforms.

• Evaluates, approves, and oversees AI tools, vendors, and platforms.

• Ensures interoperability with core systems (core banking, CRM, ECM, data platforms).

• Identifies opportunities to consolidate and standardize AI and automation solutions across the enterprise.

• Leads and governs AI proofs of concept and pilots.

• Supports AI business case development and guide solutions through implementation and production.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Advanced proficiency with modern AI/ML and generative AI architectures.

• Advanced proficiency in defining architectural standards, reference architectures, and reusable patterns, including AI patterns such as RAG, agentic workflows, and model orchestration.

• Advanced proficiency in designing AI solutions involving data platforms, APIs, and enterprise integrations; strong ability to translate business problems into scalable AI solution designs.

• Intermediate proficiency in supporting AI pilots, proofs of concept, and production deployments.

• Intermediate proficiency in collaboration and communication with engineering, data, security, business stakeholders, and senior leadership.

• Basic proficiency evaluating AI platforms, tools, models, and vendors objectively.

• Basic proficiency with AI governance concepts including security, privacy, risk, and compliance.

Industry and Work Experience

• Minimum 6 years of software engineering, data engineering, information security, or systems administration experience required.

• Minimum 3 year of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service preferred.

• Previous financial services industry or FinTech experience strongly preferred.

Academic

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field required.

• Cloud platform certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) preferred.

Benefits Available to Employees:

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment

• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage

• Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

• 11 Holidays

• Volunteer/Service Day

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement

• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Advocacy Program

• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)

• AT&T Employee Discount

• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards

• Employee Referral Incentive

• Education Assistance

• Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages for Employees:

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

• Free Interest Checking

• Free Safe Deposit Box

• Free Money Orders, Travelers' Checks and Cashier Checks

• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee

• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment

• Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

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